Programs about weight loss are an excellent motivator for those who find it difficult to start losing weight on their own and who do not believe in themselves. The best trainers show with a clear example how to turn an ordinary overweight person into a slender, handsome man.
Among the American ones, we especially liked “Extreme Transformation: Weight Loss Program”, “Those Who Lost the Most Weight”, “Two Centners of Love”, “I Was Fat”. From motivating Russians about obesity with Malysheva, “Living Healthy!”, “Wedding Size” with Anita Tsoi, “I’m Losing Weight.” Ukrainian viewers were inspired by “Weighted and Happy” and “Everything will be fine.”
The best American programs about weight loss
The best American programs about weight loss serve not only to entertain the audience, but also help women and men around the world to be inspired by the example of others. You can also learn useful information from them about what is best to eat to lose weight and what exercises to do. The most popular are “Extreme transformation: weight loss program”, “Those who have lost the most weight”, “Two centners of love”, “I was fat”.
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"Extreme Transformation: Weight Loss Program"
This American program has been helping people become slim for seven years and is considered one of the best . She first appeared on the Russian screen in 2021. So far, six seasons have been released. Eight women and men who are trying to get rid of excess weight take part in the program voluntarily. Two presenters help them with this - coach Chris Powell and his wife Heidi.
As a rule, those who are overweight come here. That is why the program is called “Extreme Transformation”, because over the course of several episodes the participants lose an impressive amount of extra pounds. All this happens thanks to changes in lifestyle and nutrition.
The result of participation in the program “Extreme Transformation”
Each participant undergoes a complete transformation program, divided into four stages. The entire course lasts a year, that is, each step to an ideal figure takes three months. At the very first stage, a person is asked to undergo a full medical examination. It helps to identify the individual characteristics of the body, according to which the nutrition program is built.
At this same stage, active training begins. First they take place at the Institute of Health and Longevity. Then the “gym” moves to the participants’ home: the living room is completely transformed, now there are exercise equipment. For the first three months, Chris Powell is next to the hero, helps with useful advice, and monitors compliance with the weight loss program.
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During the initial stage, the participant needs to get rid of a third of the existing weight. If the goal is achieved, he receives a valuable reward. For each subsequent stage, a new motivation is invented. And when all the extra pounds are gone, the hero gets the opportunity to contact a plastic surgeon to remove excess skin. At the end of the program, the viewer sees a completely transformed person.
Motivational show “Those who have lost the most weight”
This motivational weight loss show first hit television screens in 2004. A distinctive feature of this program about weight loss is a large cash prize . It is awarded to the one who has coped with the task of regaining a slim figure better than others. The show is hosted by professional trainers Jillian Michaels and Bob Harper.
Weight loss on the show “Those who have lost the most weight”
In this program, people lose weight not alone, but together. Teams come to the show. They exercise intensely for a certain period of time and also adhere to strict diets. Program leaders monitor the progress of participants by conducting regular weigh-ins. Those who do not try hard and do not achieve their goals leave the project.
There are fewer participants every week. As those losing weight decrease, by the end of the season they begin to fight each for themselves, attending individual training.
Expert opinion
Yulia Mikhailova
Nutrition expert
Opinions about this American program are quite contradictory. Regular viewers love the show because it motivates people to lose weight by showing how people can work hard to achieve their goal. But doctors believe that the program instills the wrong approach to losing excess weight. Sudden weight loss is harmful to health. They also refer to former participants who, after a couple of years, returned to their previous weight.
"Two centners of love"
The American program has been out for a long time, the first episode dates back to 2011. The lead actress is Sarah Rue. The choice fell on her not by chance. Sarah herself previously suffered from excess weight, but was able to overcome it. Now she shares her personal experience with the participants of this show, helping them achieve their goal.
Couples in love who suffer from excess weight become heroes. The name of the program is completely justified: most often people come here whose weight exceeds one hundred kilograms. Lovers want to get married and their goal is to look beautiful at the wedding. That's why they decide to get in shape.
Participation in the show “Two Centners of Love”
In total, nine couples take part in the program about weight loss. All of them play sports under the supervision of a team of professional trainers and follow diets. Each episode ends with one of the couples leaving. Dropouts are those who lost the least amount of kilograms over a certain period. By the end of the show, only one couple remains, which, in addition to slender figures, receives another main prize - a dream wedding, which Brian Worley will undertake to organize.
In addition to actually losing weight, the program participants perform various tasks. They think through all the details of their future wedding: choose a design, wedding rings, try the dishes of the festive table.
The weight loss show for couples was canceled after the first season. But despite this, it was shown several times on The CW Network. In Russia, an American program about weight loss could be seen on Muz-TV and Yu.
Watch the video about the program “Two Centners of Love”:
“I was fat,” Or how to get rid of obesity in three months
The first episode appeared on television in 2010. The program about obesity and weight loss reached Russian screens only after 5 years. The participants in the show were girls from high school who decided to take their figure seriously.
Each episode of the show lasts an hour and is dedicated to the story of one heroine. Girls talk about their problems and their desire to lose excess weight. They decide to take a three-month weight loss course. During this time, the participants actively engage in sports and listen to the advice of nutritionists.
But by the end of the episode, the viewer sees a transformed girl who has turned from fat to beautiful. Sometimes participants come with serious excess weight, which already indicates obesity. But in three months, even those who weighed more than a hundred kilograms change dramatically.
The weight loss course begins with the end of high school and continues throughout the holidays. This allows girls to get themselves in order and come to their new place of study confident in themselves.
The result of participation in the program “I was fat”
The first season of the unprecedented show for people with extremely large weights, “Battle for the Body,” has ended on “Yu.” On it, under the supervision of fitness guru Natalya Davydova, people whose weight exceeded 150 kilograms lost weight over the course of a year. Their main task was not just to reach a certain number on the scales, but to radically change their lifestyle so that the extra pounds would not return again. Unfortunately, not everyone was able to overcome bad habits and reach the finals, but in total, 12 project participants lost 734 kilograms! Let's talk about them in more detail.
Anton Prokofief
Anton's obesity took away his favorite job - he worked as a chef in a restaurant in the capital, but with excess weight he could not stand a full shift. On the project, he not only lost weight, but was also able to return to what he loved.
Irina and Alexander Kocherevsky
Between them, Irina and Alexander weighed more than 300 kg, which practically killed their personal life. They were worried that at this rate, in 5 years they wouldn’t even be able to leave the house... On the project, they managed to pull themselves together and together achieve their dream - to lose excess weight in order to improve their personal life and be able to conceive a child.
Misha Dmitrienko
Misha was perhaps the most motivated participant in the project. He dreamed of losing excess weight in order to lead a full life: study to become a history teacher, ride cyclocross, have a girlfriend. And he did it all! He exceeded the plan that Natalya Davydova set for him, and on the plus side he taught his younger sister to follow a healthy lifestyle.
Dasha Tipchuk
Dasha is a four-time champion of Russia and the world in sambo among juniors. She dreamed of the Olympics, but excess weight and bad habits got in the way... The project team did everything possible to help Dasha - they drew up a nutrition and training plan, found a coach who could ensure that she got into the Olympic team, but the girl could not cope with the stress and gave up .
Marina Pustovalova
Marina was fed by her grandmother from childhood, and when the consequences of such “love” hit her health, it was too late. The girl tried to lose weight on pills, but the weight came back with an increase. Marina came to the project with one dream - to lose weight in order to have the children she had always dreamed of... And for the sake of her goal, she molded herself into another person!
Natalia Gracheva
Before marriage, Natalya was very slim and attractive, and then... first business, then home, then children. I came to my senses when my weight exceeded 120 kg. During the project, she hoped to regain her previous shape in order to fit into a wedding dress again, and one could only envy her perseverance. Each of us would like such willpower!
Valeria Kurova
Valeria began to gain weight in childhood, after her father left the family. And for 10 years now this process has not been stopped, although the girl tries to lead an active lifestyle and periodically goes on diets. She dreamed of losing weight for graduation so she could show off in a dress, and then enroll in police school. And she managed to lose more than 70 kg.
Violetta Chikina
Violetta is the heaviest participant in the project, the doctors were surprised how she could walk on her own with such weight. Excess weight literally took away her normal life, but on the project she managed not only to lose weight, but also to find love. Unfortunately, she was unable to reach the final due to injury, but the result achieved in 24 weeks is also impressive.
Victoria Malinochka
Victoria was never shy about her outstanding forms; she even found her calling in the theater in the appropriate roles. It seemed that success was just around the corner, but the weight continued to grow, and the roles became fewer and fewer... On the project, Victoria returned to her previous forms and returned to the stage again.
Tatyana Efimova
Tatyana was literally addicted to fast food and soda. Of course, with this diet, the extra pounds didn’t take long to appear. The result is the fear of leaving her son an orphan, because obesity has caused serious health problems... Tanya firmly decided to lose weight, although even her parents did not believe in her success. But she was able to achieve her goal in spite of everyone.
Maria Moreva
Maria has a difficult fate - at the age of 16 she was left alone with her younger brother in her arms. She learned to put on a smile in public, and at home she ate the stress with buns... She came to the project for love - on the Internet she met a Spaniard, Javier, who was supposed to come to Russia. Unfortunately, she failed to reach the finals, because from the very beginning Maria hid from the project team that she was suffering from bulimia...
All episodes of “Battle for the Body” are available on the “U” website. See how our heroes lost weight with us!
Popular Russian programs about nutrition, obesity, weight loss
In Russia, their own programs have also begun to appear, where they help people fight obesity, improve their nutrition, and motivate them to lose weight. From motivating Russians about obesity with Malysheva, “Living Healthy!”, “Wedding Size” with Anita Tsoi, “I’m Losing Weight.”
"Tablet"
“Tabletka” aired on the Domashny TV channel. The program covers in detail all issues of the fight against excess weight. Each issue is dedicated to one topic. From the program you can find out what the main reasons leading to obesity are, as well as ways to get rid of it.
The second part will reveal the secrets of effective weight loss. The viewer will find out which tools really work and which are created only to lure money out of buyers.
The third part is devoted to unconventional methods of losing weight.
Watch the video about the Russian Tabletka program:
With Malysheva
Not only specialized programs can give advice on proper nutrition and a healthy lifestyle; useful recommendations are contained in the author’s program of Elena Malysheva.
A doctor of medical sciences and a recognized specialist tells viewers in various sections about a healthy lifestyle. "Live healthy!" — Elena Malysheva’s program is not only about losing weight, but also about various diseases. Medical professionals work with nine participants live on air and give them recommendations on the treatment of various pathologies. Guests of the program are also treated to dishes from the healthy nutrition menu.
Most often, weight loss issues are discussed in the “About Food” section. Elena Malysheva, together with her team of specialists, shares the secrets of proper nutrition and talks about healthy foods that will help you lose weight.
Malysheva’s program, episode “About food”
In addition to the program “Live Healthy!” Elena Malysheva hosts another program called “Health.” In it, the doctor proposed a weight loss system in one week, which is absolutely harmless. Malysheva also shares useful tips regarding pills and products for weight loss.
“Wedding Size” with Anita Tsoi
The show “Wedding Size” with Anita Tsoi first appeared on TV screens in 2015. The participants in the program about weight loss are married couples who have been together for more than ten years. As you know, during such a time together, spouses can relax and gain excess weight. They come to this program with the goal of returning to the size they were before the wedding.
Reality show by Anita Tsoi
At the beginning of the episode, viewers are shown photographs taken during the wedding. This makes it possible to compare how the figure of the heroes has changed over this time. During the program, participants perform physical exercises, rearrange their menus and consult with a family psychologist.
Singer Anita Tsoi, after marriage, just like the program participants, began to gain weight, reaching 100 kilograms. Then Anita decided that something needed to be changed and began to lose weight. Working with her on the team are nutritionist Ksenia Selezneva and fitness consultant Eduard Kanevsky. Professionals do their best to help the heroes of the show lose weight and try on wedding dresses again.
Watch the video about the program “Wedding Size”:
"I am losing weight"
The program aired on the NTV channel. Twelve participants were selected at the casting - nine women and three men. They all differed in age and social status. These people had a common goal to get rid of extra pounds.
The host of the program is Yulia Kostyushkina. She is a master of sports in acrobatics. The girl helps all participants achieve success in one or another sports discipline. For each hero, the type of load is selected individually. Moreover, preference is always given to a sport that a person has never practiced before. This gives you the opportunity not only to lose weight, but also to try yourself in something new.
In addition to sports, all participants adhere to a strict diet and also attend various procedures. Wraps and all kinds of massages help the heroes of the Russian program about weight loss get the figure of their dreams.
Despite participating in the show, women and men continue to lead their usual lives. But at the same time they are always under the gun of television cameras. Some people can't stand it and break down. But all violations are fraught with punishment, because otherwise it will not be possible to achieve the goal.
The result of participation in the “I’m Losing Weight” program
Russian broadcasts
"Wedding size"
The host of this weight loss project is Anita Tsoi, who once lost a lot of weight herself. The show started in 2015 on the Russian TV channel Domashny. The project, by the way, became a finalist in the British PromaxUK competition in the categories “Best Reality TV Promo” and “Best Wedding Promo”.
Participants in the program are married couples who have been together for at least ten years. During such a time, of course, a lot can change, including the dimensions of both partners. At the beginning of the show they show the difference between what the spouses were like before the wedding and what they are now. Now their goal is to return to their “before” parameters, in which they are helped by specialists in the field of fitness, nutrition, cosmetology, and so on. The participants have to put in a lot of effort, but having achieved results, they all claim that they are incredibly happy with them, and that along with their physical form, much in their family relationships is also changing for the better.
"I am losing weight"
For several seasons now, the popular reality show “I’m Losing Weight” has been broadcast on the Russian NTV channel. It is attended by overweight people who really want to lose weight and improve the quality of their lives, so that the lost kilograms never return.
Each episode of the program tells the story of one hero, who shares with the audience how he managed to lose weight, what he did for this, and what difficulties he had to face.
"Now you're in the know"
Fitness reality show on the BodyMania channel, which has been successfully running for the second season. The main goal of the participants is competition. For guys - physique and fitness bikini for girls. In the second season, participants will receive amazing prizes, including the most important one - a trip to Las Vegas to the most significant show in the world of fitness and bodybuilding, Mr. Olympia.
The project provides an opportunity for strong and motivated people to prepare themselves for competitions. Participants also gain a lot of useful experience by communicating with fitness industry professionals. Thanks to professional help and support from sponsors, each hero has the opportunity to take part in competitions and even win them. Unlike other programs, this reality will be more interesting not to those who want to get rid of excess weight, but to those who have already approached a more or less professional level of sports.
"Big changes"
The first reality show in Russia about girls who come to the gym with the dream of losing weight, broadcast on the Yougifted channel. During the selection, participants Dasha and Nadya were selected, whose coach was Maria Shinkevich, under whose supervision all their classes took place. At the end of the project, the girls demonstrate the truly “big changes” that have happened to them. By the way, it will be useful to know the training and nutrition program for losing weight participants, which you will find below.
Motivating Ukrainian programs
Ukrainian television also offers the viewer its product - the programs “Weighted and Happy”, “Everything will be fine”.
"Weighted and happy"
This program about weight loss is an analogue of the popular American show “Those Who Have Lost the Most.” It airs on the STB channel.
Twenty people who are overweight take part in the Ukrainian program. Moreover, many of them have crossed the line of one hundred kilograms. All participants are divided into two teams. Each of them is assigned a professional trainer to help them cope with physical activity.
In addition to experienced athletes, the team includes nutritionists and qualified doctors. Therefore, this program is not only about weight loss, but also about nutrition. Here the viewer can see recommendations for creating the right menu.
Every week, all participants in the show undergo a weigh-in, as a result of which one of the teams has to get rid of someone who is losing weight. Only one person who showed the best result reaches the final.
Before and after participating in the “Weighted and Happy” program
The benefits of weight loss programs
An effective and truly high-quality program about weight loss online or on television can help in losing weight and fighting extra centimeters - even obesity. These programs are motivating, empowering and create a group experience. Thus, it is much easier to study, because television programs are available at the same time every day, and online channels will allow you to review the necessary moments of the program if necessary. Video programs about weight loss are extremely diverse and are filmed both in America and in Russia and the CIS countries.
The best channels for weight loss on YouTube:
- Katerina Buida - daily workouts for every taste - for beginners and aces;
- Workout - recipes, workouts and fitness tips;
- TGym - effective fat-burning exercises and training complexes;
- Olga Sagay - yoga exercise programs, as well as relaxation and energy;
- DragonsDanceStudio - helps you lose weight through various types of dance;
- KatyaENERGY - a channel with a lot of exercises for different areas of the body to tighten and correct the figure;
- Break Dance school - losing weight by dancing to fiery music;
- BeFiT - various methods and rules for achieving an excellent figure;
- CrossFit - for professional and high-quality weight loss and body shaping;
- Mandy Jiroux - dancing for weight loss with fiery hits;
- DanceTutorialsLIVE - a channel for beginners who want not only to lose weight, but also learn to dance;
- Good Health 24/7 - nutrition tips for proper weight loss.
Fitness reality show “I Can” / How to lose weight in 2 months? Episode 1.
With the help of programs, you can not only catch a wave of motivation, but also successfully lose weight. High-quality videos and programs will help not only change your diet, workouts and figure, but also your attitude towards yourself, habits and lifestyle.
